Associate/Full Professor and Holder of the Ross B. Matthews Professorship in Petroleum Engineering

Position Details

This full-time faculty position is on-campus and in-person.

Key Responsibilities

I. Research Leadership

• Conduct high-impact research in petroleum engineering, with potential focus areas including reservoir engineering, geothermal resources, drilling technologies, subsurface flows, production optimization, enhanced oil recovery, carbon capture and storage, and energy transition strategies and storage.
• Secure external funding from federal agencies (e.g., Department of Energy), industry partners, and other sources to support research initiatives.
• Publish in top-tier peer-reviewed journals and present findings at national and international conferences, such as those hosted by the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE).
• Collaborate with the industry partners to address global energy challenges, leveraging TCU’s strategic position in the energy sector.

II. Teaching and Mentorship

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in petroleum engineering, such as reservoir simulation, drilling engineering, petrophysics, fluid flow, thermodynamics, and production engineering, within the Department of Engineering.
• Develop and update curriculum to reflect industry advancements, incorporating practical applications and emerging technologies, such as data analytics or sustainable energy practices.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students, guiding research projects, theses, and career development, with an emphasis on preparing students for leadership roles in the energy industry.
• Utilize industry experience to bridge academic and practical perspectives in the classroom, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
• Provide leadership in development of a petroleum engineering program at TCU.

III. Service and Industry Engagement

• Provide leadership within the Department of Engineering, contributing to strategic planning, curriculum development, accreditation processes, and new graduate engineering programs.
• Foster strong partnerships with energy industry stakeholders to enhance research opportunities, internships, and job placements for students.
• Engage with professional organizations (e.g., SPE, ASME, AIAA) through leadership roles, conference participation, or technical committees.
• Contribute to TCU’s mission by participating in university-wide initiatives, such as sustainability efforts or interdisciplinary energy research.

IV. Public and Professional Impact

• Communicate research and industry insights to diverse audiences, including policymakers, industry leaders, and the public, to promote responsible energy development.
• Serve as a role model for faculty and students, embodying excellence in scholarship, teaching, and professional conduct.

V. Qualifications Required

• Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Extensive industry experience in petroleum engineering or energy-related fields, demonstrating practical expertise and professional impact.
• A distinguished record of scholarly research, including significant publications and a history of securing external funding.
• Proven excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels, with the ability to translate industry experience into effective pedagogy.
• Eligibility for appointment at the rank of Full Professor with tenure.

VI. Preferred

• Expertise in emerging areas of petroleum engineering, such as carbon sequestration, geothermal energy, or digital technologies for reservoir management.
• Established relationships with energy industry leaders or experience in industry-academia collaborations.
• Leadership roles in professional organizations or significant contributions to the petroleum engineering community.
• A record of mentoring successful graduate students or early-career professionals.